Children Star in Fame Factory Show
Local children aged between 7 and 14, have shown off their new-found dance and drama skills at a performance organised for their family and friends.
Award Winning Homes from Wheeldon in Mickleover
Wheeldon Homes' stunning Mickleover development, Poppyfields, is experiencing a high level of visitors thanks to a recent award win.
World Kick Boxing Championships 2008 - England squad members head for Czech Republic
Five members of the Burton MMA Kick Boxing Academy jet off to represent England
at the ISKA 2008 World Championships which take place at Olomouc in the Czech Republic
between the 19th and 25th August.
The squad members who will be representing England are:
Jonnie 'The Dodger' Squirrell, Sophie Simnett, Kallum 'to quick' Dunn, Dave Ratcliffe and Chris Squirrell.
12-hour Playathon Launches New Brewhouse Season
A 12-hour, non-stop mix of play readings, sketches and musical numbers to raise money for charity will launch the Brewhouse Arts Centre's new season in September.
On Your Marks...
Fun runners and cross country faces are being urged to lace up their trainers in September and sign up for a fundraising event in September.
Enjoy a Lark in the Park
For the third year running East Staffordshire Borough Council is teaming up with the Uttoxeter Lions to host the Lark in the Park free family fun day on Saturday, August 23rd at Bramshall Road Park, Uttoxeter.
Kids Summer Sports Courses
Places are still available on a number of summer sports courses organised by East Staffordshire Borough Council's Shobnall Leisure Complex this August.
Cycle into Summer
Ride into action this summer with a children's Cyclist Training Course at Shobnall Leisure Complex, on Wednesday, August 13th, from 10.30am to 3.00pm.
Mrs House at home in Crystal Court
Following the overwhelming success of last month's official launch of Friel Homes' latest development for the over 55s, Crystal Court in Tutbury, two very content buyers explain the reasons behind their decision to relocate at this particular time of their lives.
New Crime Initiative in Town Centre!
Businesses and visitors in Uttoxeter will shortly benefit from a new scheme aimed at reducing crime and the fear of crime in the Town Centre during the day and night.
Wheeldonline With New Website
Derbyshire house builder Wheeldon Homes has boosted its online customer offering by launching a new website.
Walking with Authority
Walkers in East Staffordshire are now an official part of a national Walking for Health scheme after local volunteers were awarded accreditation from the initiative's partners.
100 Missions for Staffs Air Ambulance
The Staffordshire Air Ambulance has already completed over one hundred flying mission since it was launched by the Lord Lieutenant of Staffordshire in April.
Elder Abuse - A Scandal We All Need To Address
Leading Age Charities estimate that over 10% of older people across the European Union have experienced some form of serious age-related abuse, whether this is physical, psychological or financial. In 80% of cases the abuser is known to the victim.
Driving Down Deaths on the Roads
Burton Firefighters in conjunction with East Staffordshire road safety task group are launching a new road safety initiative to drive down the number of deaths on the roads.
Friel Homes - Crystal Court
Crystal Court is a stunning new development of 37 apartments for the over 55's in the heart of picturesque Tutbury Village.
Wheeldon Site Blossoms In Burton
Derby house builder Wheeldon Homes has enhanced the property range at its Burton-on-Trent development by adding the Middleton house style.
Retailer goes Green and Strikes Gold
A Tutbury retailer has become one of the first in the area to sell products made of "green" glass - recycled bottles and jars in a variety of colours.
Are you a victim of discrimination?
East Staffordshire Citizens Advice Bureau is urging anyone who has suffered from discrimination to use the Citizens Advice Bureau as a first port of call for free confidential assistance and support.
Animal Lovers Warned About Scam
Animal lovers are being warned about a new scam offering people the chance to adopt puppies.
Be Carbon Neutral, Plant A Tree
Climate change and carbon emission have been and still are the hottest topics discussed worldwide. We as a country are producing more and more carbon emission than ever before.
All Borders Can Be Stunning This Summer
Flowerbeds and borders, whether sheltered from the sun, or often struck by its rays, can be amazingly transformed this summer, showing off an assortment of dazzling colours with an inspired collection of spring planting bulbs from Unwins.
To 'e' Or Not To 'e'
The latest impact in the world growth in e-mail usage is that some companies have decided to have a un-official no e-mail day.
Taking the first steps into work - applying for that first job?
Moving from school or college into work can be a big step, even if you have a firm idea of where you want to be. The best way to write a C.V, handle an interview and convince prospective employers you're right for the job is not always clear. There are lots of opportunities and help available, if you're aged 18 or over, Jobcentre Plus
can help with your first steps towards getting the job
you want.
Fewer young people using drugs, but alcohol consumption is of concern
The Information Centre for Health and Social Care has today published the full statistics from the annual survey 'Smoking, drinking and drug use among young people in England in 2006'
Paying back student loans
Worried about paying back your student loan?
Fear not, we're here to explain all.
Silver surfers top users of the internet
Research published by Ofcom, the industry regulator, has found that one quarter of all UK surfers are over 50 and this age group account for 30 per cent of total time spent online. The over-55s spend more than 42 hours a month online each, more than any other age group.
Top Tips for Avoiding Junk Email
Over 80% of incoming email is unsolicited. Find out how to avoid getting inundated with unwanted junk emails.
Pets Need Dental Care Too
More than 85% of dogs and cats that are at least 4 years old have a condition in which bacteria attack the soft gum tissue. This condition is called periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is the final stage in a process that begins with the development of plaque on your pet's teeth.
Your Home is Your Castle
Being responsible for one's first or any home is exciting but equally, at times, it may be challenging. When taking on the responsibility of owning a home we, obviously, recognise the fundamental requirement to pay our mortgage or rent, as well as insuring the property and its contents.
Growing from seeds
Fill a seed tray with standard seed growing compost and firm the compost down. Sow the seeds into the surface and cover the seeds by sprinkling or sieving on some compost. Water the seed tray using a fine mist sprayer - this will ensure compost is moist, but not water-logged. Keep a daily check on the new seeds for signs of growth, remembering to keep the compost moist. When seedlings appear, remove cover and place tray in a well lit area.
Wi-Fi secure or broadcasting to the world?
With more and more of us using wireless routers (Wi-Fi) to enable us to connect to the Internet, the potential for identity fraud and credit card fraud also increases.
Can Money Buy Happiness
Research conducted by a team from the University of London seems to conclude that yes it can - but then equally so can friendships and successful relationships.
Have you a palm tree in your garden? (Climate change and the changing face of the English garden)
In a recent survey of 1,000 gardeners the Waste & Resource Action Programme, a government funded body, found that gardeners are increasingly turning to less thirsty species, such as palm trees and banana plants that would have perished in years gone by.